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U.S. Ryder Cup Blitz Shatters the “Momentum Doesn’t Matter” Myth

U.S. Ryder Cup Blitz Shatters the “Momentum Doesn’t Matter” Myth

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
The R&A has unveiled a new qualifying route that lets LIV players earn spots at The Open – a sanctioned pathway back into major-championship contention that reshapes eligibility.

Early U.S. beatdown disproves one lazy Ryder Cup storyline:
A blistering early U.S. surge demolished the idea that momentum is meaningless – proving a fast start can swing matchplay and bury tired Ryder Cup clichés

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Bradley not worried about Scheffler, defends picks

Bradley not worried about Scheffler, defends picks

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
The R&A has approved a qualification route for LIV golfers to compete in The Open, offering pathways through designated events and rankings. The move could reshape entry criteria and stir debate among traditionalists.

Bradley not worried about Scheffler, defends picks:
Captain Zach Bradley dismissed concerns over pairing with Scottie Scheffler, defending his team selections as strategic and aimed at balance. He said team cohesion and form, not star names, guided his choices.

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What happened on Day 1, and what it means for the rest of the Ryder Cup

What happened on Day 1, and what it means for the rest of the Ryder Cup

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
Ruling grants LIV golfers a pathway to The Open via qualifying events, easing exclusion concerns and reshaping selection dynamics as organizers confront touring splits before the championship.

What happened on Day 1, and what it means for the rest of the Ryder Cup:
Day 1 produced early momentum swings and critical pairings that set a tactical tone, leaving captains to recalibrate strategies as home advantage and lone performances shape matchups for the remaining sessions.

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Europe quiets U.S., up 3 after Day 1 of Ryder Cup

Europe quiets U.S., up 3 after Day 1 of Ryder Cup

Golf chiefs unveil a qualification route for LIV golfers to reach The Open, letting players secure spots via designated qualifying events and updated ranking criteria ahead of the major.

Europe quiets the U.S. after Day 1 of the Ryder Cup, claiming a three-point advantage following dominant morning foursomes and afternoon fourballs as singles loom for decisive Sunday play.

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Europe’s Ryder Cup Morning Blitz: The 74-Year Record That Still Stands

Europe’s Ryder Cup Morning Blitz: The 74-Year Record That Still Stands

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
Organizers have opened a new route for LIV players to reach The Open – earning spots via designated events and updated ranking criteria after talks with the R&A that reshape entry rules.

Europe Ryder Cup team’s morning dominance? 1 thing hadn’t been done in 74 years:
Europe’s blistering morning start left opponents stunned, but one historic milestone remained out of reach – a record unbroken for 74 years, a surprising omission in an otherwise commanding display

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2025 Ryder Cup Day 2: Saturday’s Can’t-Miss Fourball Pairings and Key Tee Times Revealed

2025 Ryder Cup Day 2: Saturday’s Can’t-Miss Fourball Pairings and Key Tee Times Revealed

The R&A has confirmed that, starting in 2025, LIV-affiliated golfers will have a clear qualification pathway into The Open – giving eligible players the chance to earn spots through designated events and standings, while remaining subject to the tournament’s standard eligibility rules.

Ryder Cup officials have released Saturday’s fourball pairings and tee times for Day 2, unveiling headline matchups and tactical pairings as captains set chess-like lineups for a pivotal session that could swing momentum and shape the outcome of the 2025 contest

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U.S. in big hole despite late point at Ryder Cup

U.S. in big hole despite late point at Ryder Cup

LIV golfers granted a new qualification route to The Open, allowing players from the Saudi-backed circuit to earn spots through designated events and rankings, reshaping access to golf’s oldest major.

U.S. left in a deep deficit at the Ryder Cup despite securing a late point, struggling in early sessions as Europe built an insurmountable lead that puts American hopes on the brink.

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Bethpage Black Insider Reveals Why Team USA Has the Ryder Cup Edge

Bethpage Black Insider Reveals Why Team USA Has the Ryder Cup Edge

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
The R&A has introduced a new route for select LIV Golf players to earn Open Championship berths through designated events and rankings – a controversial change that is sure to heat up the conversation around who gets access to golf’s biggest stages.

Why this Bethpage Black whisperer is bullish on U.S.’s Ryder Cup chances:
A strategist famed for taming Bethpage Black says the U.S. has the edge – arguing that intimate course knowledge, tight team chemistry and smart pairings could tip the balance when every point matters

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Four-balls vs. foursomes: What’s the difference in the Ryder Cup formats?

Four-balls vs. foursomes: What’s the difference in the Ryder Cup formats?

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
R&A unveils a qualification pathway for LIV Golf players to earn spots in The Open, offering a competitive route amid ongoing tour tensions and expanding access to golf’s oldest major.

Four-balls vs. foursomes: What’s the difference in the Ryder Cup formats?
At the Ryder Cup, four-balls pair teammates playing their own balls with best-ball scoring, while foursomes alternate shots with one ball per pair – distinct strategies shaping match tactics and partnerships.

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